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“Urinal Phones, Metal Dreams & Emergency Haircuts”

If you’ve ever questioned humanity because someone brought their phone into a public bathroom… congrats, you’ve found your people.

This episode of The Cool Dad Shirt Podcast spirals (in the best way) through modern-day absurdities, questionable dad decisions, and the kind of conversations that make you laugh and slightly reconsider your life choices.

In This Episode

• The public restroom horror story that will make you sanitize your soul
• Why phones + urinals = the true downfall of civilization
• A deep dive into dad-level germ paranoia (featuring belts, air dryers, and emotional damage)
• The unspoken rules of who hangs up first on phone calls (and why moms never do)
• A 911 pocket dial incident that definitely didn’t look suspicious at all

Special Guest: Jay Returns

Fan-favorite guest Jay Wells L’Ecuyer is back and bringing:

• His new metal project Sky of Ghosts (yes, it’s as intense as it sounds)
• A story about learning to scream again at 40 like a responsible adult
• Opening for Lynch Mob and bombing a perfectly good metal detector joke
• The creative truth: “If I’m not making stuff, I’m miserable.” (relatable, honestly)

Peak Dad Moments

• Sneaking in a haircut while your dad is being taken to the hospital (time management or felony?)
• Letting your kid accept candy from a stranger on the NYC subway (what could go wrong?)
• Realizing your childhood “kid-friendly” movies were… not kid-friendly at all

Bonus Content

• Hockey talk, missing teeth, and why losing teeth somehow makes the sport better marketing
• Debating how long you can ride the high of winning a gold medal (answer: forever)

Also Covered

• The impossible science of three-way light switches
• Neighborhood ecosystems where everyone has a niche (music guy, podcast guy, handyman… what do you do?)
• Why New Year’s resolutions should start in March like rational human beings

Key Takeaways

• Don’t trust anyone who watches videos at a urinal
• Every dad operates in a gray area of “this sounds bad, but I swear it made sense at the time”
• Creativity might be the only thing holding society (and this podcast) together

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• Funny dad podcasts
• Comedy podcasts about parenting & everyday life
• Stories about awkward social situations
• Music, nostalgia, and chaotic energy

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The Cool Dad Shirt Podcast — Season 4 Episode 1: Snow Gin Fizz & Dad Tech Support Triumphs

Welcome back, listeners… somehow we’ve made it to Season Four of The Cool Dad Shirt Podcast, proving once and for all that quitting is for people with free storage space on their phones.

In this kickoff episode of 2026, Rich and Mike dive headfirst into the important issues facing modern dads today, including:

• Meniscus tears caused by… home improvement (the most middle-aged injury imaginable)
• The surprising emotional highs of a really good cup of coffee
• Rich’s invention of the world’s most seasonal and dangerous cocktail: the Snow Gin Fizz (feat. rogue rosemary shrapnel)
• Why office kitchenettes become dumping grounds for half-eaten holiday mystery treats
• The true pinnacle of human evolution: remote tech support for your parents
• The eternal frustration of texting autocorrect and the life-changing discovery of… swipe typing
• A nostalgic trip back to above-ground pool whirlpools and the lost art of “fill it up and check the oil”
• Plus: double-neck guitars, missed phone calls, and Rich asking the question no one asked: “Am I sexist… or just startled by male phlebotomists?”

It’s classic dad-pop culture comedy, equal parts heartfelt, ridiculous, and mildly orthopedic.

Season Four is here. Expectations are low. Spirits are high. And the Snow Gin Fizz may or may not be FDA approved.

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Cocktail Warning

Do not insert herbs into spherical ice molds unless you enjoy being attacked by floating rosemary needles.

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Season 3, Episode 10: Socks, Head Nods, and Winning Kitchen Appliances Like a Real Adult

Mike and Rich cover the full emotional spectrum of middle-aged dad life—from the joy of rediscovered socks to the sobering realization that winning kitchen appliances on a game show is now the ultimate fantasy.

What starts as a simple question (“Where did all my socks go?”) quickly spirals into moving kids out, awkward workplace head nod hierarchies, filming your nephew getting punched in the face, and the silent terror of unanswered calls from aging parents.

It’s heartfelt. It’s ridiculous. It’s aggressively relatable.

What We’re Talking About This Week

The Great Sock Recovery of 2025

When a daughter moves out, silverware mysteriously reappears… along with a lifetime supply of socks previously believed to be eaten by the dryer. A bittersweet rite of passage—with bonus hosiery.

Workplace Head Nod Politics

Is there a formal nod and an informal nod? Rich breaks down the unspoken hallway etiquette of corporate life—and now you’ll never walk past a coworker the same way again.

Workplace Anxiety Nobody Trains You For

One tangled headset. One innocent coworker. One man on the brink of an HR incident because someone refuses to untangle their cords.

Filming a Muay Thai Fight (Mistakes Were Made)

Rich tries to be a supportive uncle by filming his nephew’s first Muay Thai exhibition… until punches, kicks, and blood make him quietly root for the end of the match and consider deleting the footage forever.

Editing Your Spouse’s Texts (For Personal Gain)

Pro tip: If you’re asked to proofread a text, casually insert a glowing paragraph about yourself. Payment accepted in reputation points.

Why Our Aunts and Uncles Seemed Ancient at 50

Back in the day: sitting, smoking, and handing kids $5. Today: grandparents doing cannonballs and coaching soccer. What changed—and why we’re all trying to age very differently.

Don’t Procrastinate the Important Stuff

A powerful reminder about digitizing old tapes, preserving family memories, and why some things shouldn’t be put off “until later.”

Dad Calls Are Always an Emergency

Two missed calls from your dad could mean anything—from a medical crisis to breaking news about Uncle Giuseppe’s opening in Sayville.

The Moment You Know You’re an Adult

Forget jet skis. Forget dirt bikes.
Winning a full set of kitchen appliances on a game show now feels like hitting the lottery—and honestly? That dishwasher alone is worth it.

Why You’ll Love This Episode

If you’re a dad, parent, uncle, or just someone navigating adulthood with mild anxiety and a sense of humor, this episode hits home. It’s observational comedy, parenting stories, nostalgia, and real-life reflection—all wrapped in one extremely comfortable Cool Dad Shirt.

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